GrowthUP

Venture Capital Gent, Belgium ·Founded 2010

Overview

GrowthUP is a Ukrainian venture capital firm that invests in early-stage technology startups in Ukraine and Eastern Europe. Established in 2010, GrowthUP has been operating in the industry since 2005, leveraging experience gained from implementing numerous successful projects. The firm focuses on assisting entrepreneurs in launching and building their businesses, attracting initial customers, and testing and verifying their primary hypotheses. GrowthUP has opened campuses in Berlin and Silicon Valley to support projects targeting the global market. In 2013, the accelerator created a seed fund called GrowthUP+ to further support emerging companies. GrowthUP's investment strategy includes participating in seed rounds, as evidenced by their involvement in two such rounds. One of their notable portfolio companies is Preenster, which has raised a total of $500,000 in funding. GrowthUP has been involved in several industry-forming initiatives, helping to create and develop the startup ecosystem and ensuring interaction between ecosystems of different countries. The firm is currently a partner with projects such as Kiev Startup Week, Tech Networking Party, Startup Crash Test, and SVOD Europe. GrowthUP's team comprises experienced professionals dedicated to fostering the growth of technology startups in the region. The firm's investment philosophy centers on providing hands-on support to portfolio companies, leveraging its extensive network and expertise to drive business growth and innovation. By focusing on early-stage investments, GrowthUP aims to nurture and scale promising startups, contributing to the development of the technology sector in Ukraine and Eastern Europe.

Investment Focus

  • Early-stage technology startups
  • Projects targeting the global market
  • Entrepreneurs seeking assistance in business development and customer acquisition

Portfolio Companies

Preenster

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Frequently asked questions about GrowthUP

What sectors does GrowthUP invest in?

GrowthUP invests in Technology, Energy, Real Estate, Media, Software and Education, and is based in Gent, Belgium. GrowthUP is listed as a venture capital in the ConnectSafely investor database.

What stage does GrowthUP invest at?

GrowthUP backs companies at Seed and Early Stage, writing cheques of 25K - 50K.

Which regions does GrowthUP invest in?

GrowthUP invests across United States, Germany and Ukraine.

What companies has GrowthUP invested in?

GrowthUP's portfolio includes Preenster.

How do I contact GrowthUP?

GrowthUP's contact details — including LinkedIn — are listed in the ConnectSafely investor database, along with its website and the LinkedIn profiles of the team.

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